Rod Stewart will grace the Glastonbury stage as soon as once more.
The rock star will play the legends slot at subsequent yr’s occasion, he has confirmed, 23 years after his final look on the U.Ok.’s largest music competition.
Stewart — one of many best-selling artists of all time with hits like “Maggie Could” and “Do Ya Suppose I’m Attractive?” — will comply with within the footsteps of Dolly Parton, Shania Twain and Kylie Minogue by taking the coveted Sunday slot in late June.
The 79-year-old, who has bought over 120 million information worldwide, mentioned on X (previously Twitter) on Tuesday: “I’m completely thrilled to announce that I’ll be taking part in @glastonbury 2025! In spite of everything these years, I’m proud and prepared and greater than capable of take the stage once more to pleasure and titillate my pals at Glastonbury in June. I’ll see you there!”
The Sunday afternoon slot at all times attracts one of many largest audiences on the fest as Stewart turns into the primary artist to have headlined Glastonbury and been given legends billing.
He’s the primary act confirmed for Glastonbury 2025. Among the many rumored lineup at Somerset’s Worthy Farm are Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Marvel, Eminem, Harry Kinds and Charli XCX.
Dua Lipa and SZA headlined this yr alongside Coldplay (who’re no strangers to Glastonbury — Chris Martin’s band has carried out a record-breaking six occasions).
Tickets have already bought out, although a restricted choice will go up on the market in January and little doubt be snapped up quick.